Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at one of the most widely known parables in the entire New Testament. The parable concerns one having a speck or a plank in their eye. As we take a fresh look at this passage lets look afresh at the Lordís reason for giving us such a solid illustration. Are we hypocritical or not?

Attention: Jesus used parables in many instances to get his point across to the disciples and the crowds. The word parable is actually a picture of what the word means. It is a story along side another story used to accentuate a particular truth. A parable makes its point by using common illustrations. The parable generally also gives a timeless truth which can be applied across the span of time and in different cultures.

Today we will look at a parable which actually has three sections each of which has its own place in the understanding of the overall parable. Letís read: Luke 6:39-42

Need: Every believer needs to be able to recognize the many dangers and pitfalls of life as well as the many good opportunities.

Textual Idea: In our passage, Luke points how to avoid the many pitfalls of life and being hypocritical toward others. In reality our avoidance of bring hypocritical will in turn enhance your credibility and usefulness to God.

Sermon Idea: In being able to step back and see lifeís issues before us; we can learn to see clearly and assist others in seeing more clearly as well.

Interrogative: So let me ask this morningís question: Why does God want us to have spiritual perception or sight?

Transition: Our text this morning suggests five things that good inner Spiritual Sight will enhance in your daily walk as a Christian.

1. Spiritual Sight will keep a Disciple from Falling

Explanation: Just as physical vision keeps you from falling Ė so spiritual vision will also keep you out of the many pitfalls of life.

Illustration: Spiritual Sight just like Vision is the capacity to create a compelling picture of the desired state of affairs that inspires people to respond; that which is desirable, which could be, should be; that which is attainable. A godly vision is right for the times, right for the church, and right for the people. A godly vision promotes faith rather than fear. A godly vision motivates people to action. A godly vision requires risk-taking. A godly vision glorifies God, not people.By: Bob Logan.

Argumentation: A person without physical sight cannot effectively lead. Likewise, one who is spiritually blind yet leads will in all probability cause both suffer and possibly perish.

Application: How is your Spiritual Sight? Can you see through the haze which surrounds so many in our world?

Transition: Not only will Spiritual sight keep a Disciple from falling but it will help you to grow spiritually so that in time the disciple can become like the teacher.